crooked spin
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If this is coded language for "where da guitar solos at" then you might have to wait for the Rolling Stone list.
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Pitchforks 'End of the Year' lists [2015]
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If this is coded language for "where da guitar solos at" then you might have to wait for the Rolling Stone list.
teruterubozu
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Maybe 10-15 years ago. It looks like Rolling Stone is also pimping the butterfly for 2015.
I used to read Pitchfork weekly about a decade ago. Now I only recognise one song on their top 100 of the year list, and very few of the artists. That's pretty crazy. Maybe I'm just getting old. I find it such an effort to listen to new music these days, when I have a library of over 8,000 songs I already like or love.
And reading their top 10, it seems full of american social issues commentary. I have no interest in that, nor in modern pop, r&b or hip-hop, so it would appear that I am well shot of that site.
Biggest deal for me this year was Aphex Twin's return. Yeah, I'm old. (And shit, that was last year, wasn't it. Fuuuuck me)
There was a time when I'd at least listen to all of their top 100 tracks to see what I liked. I think the last time I even did that was 2010. The strikerate was way too low.
And reading their top 10, it seems full of american social issues commentary. I have no interest in that, nor in modern pop, r&b or hip-hop, so it would appear that I am well shot of that site.
Biggest deal for me this year was Aphex Twin's return. Yeah, I'm old. (And shit, that was last year, wasn't it. Fuuuuck me)
There was a time when I'd at least listen to all of their top 100 tracks to see what I liked. I think the last time I even did that was 2010. The strikerate was way too low.
well, this is a list for tracks, VC doesn't really have singles like that. Pop, RnB, Rap, etc really bank on singles so I can see why they dominate the list. I'm sure they will make the top list of albums some of this stuff will drop off and bands like VC will appear because their LP got best new music this year.
They're also in the AOTY honorable mentions. so no top 50 for them.
WaffleTaco
Wants to outlaw technological innovation.
Alright for #1?? Yeah...I think To Pimp a Butterfly as a whole is the best album of the year, but individually...not so much. I probably will check out most of these songs, mostly because I have heard so few, especially the artists...like who the hell are these people. Also Hotline Bling being up so high is ridiculous.
Viet Cong made the honourable mentions list, meaning it won't show up on their top 50, that's what he meant.
kitchenmotors
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Man, Good Times is just an ok song on Jamie xx's debut. Wish they had picked a better song to go with.
Okay dude. I think the album is boring and I have nothing against hip hop. It just does absoutely nothing for me. I've seen Kendrick live a few times, have nothing against the guy as he puts on a good show and has some good songs. I just found there is so many better albums out there this year.
Okay dude. I think the album is boring and I have nothing against hip hop. It just does absoutely nothing for me. I've seen Kendrick live a few times, have nothing against the guy as he puts on a good show and has some good songs. I just found there is so many better albums out there this year.
interesting, please elaborate
ohhh, wow it will be interesting what made it then cause they rated it very highly. Well into the 50 highest rated albums they reviewed this year.
Blackthorn
"hello?" "this is vagina"
The more I listen to TPAB, the more convinced I am that it's my favourite album of all time. Great to have that happen with a record that's getting so much attention, and deservedly so.
Please stop the Kendrick riding. It has gotten ridiculous.
kitchenmotors
Banned
I think this is my biggest issue for me. I don't really care for social commentary in the albums at the top of the lists this year. If anything, I've been pulled towards pop than most other genres, or bands going for a more pop influenced sound, like HEALTH. Those albums have struck a chord with me in 2015.
It really has. I'm glad he has hardcore fans and people are passionate about him, but don't shove that shit down my throat as if what I listen to is shit compared to him.
I tried a bunch of times to get into this release and it's like listening to paint dry for me. I have no idea what people see in it. To me it's like if you take the Beatles, make them a bit more psychedelic than they already were, and then take away every shred of songwriting talent they ever had.
Warm Machine
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Most rock/pop acts I have no idea about. There are a number of standards on this list that it would almost be impossible to not know who they are.
That said I know of dozens of EDM producers who have put songs out last year.
It's cool, he formally returned last year with Syro, but he still dropped a bunch of new tunes in 2015.
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"Loud Places" and "Gosh" are also in the top 100.
lmao at this. Please.
Prototype Viktor
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Summertime 06 > TPAB and that's only if I compare it to a another rap album
Max Armstrong
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I really wish I could get into Kendrick because I truly feel like I'm missing out, I've been trying really hard ever since Section.80 dropped but why the fuck does he uses these awful voices? It ruins every song for me. Aside from How Much a Dollar Cost and King Kunta there's nothing else I can even tolerate on TPAB and it pisses me off because I know he's really strong lyrically but to me it's a literal equivalent of nails on a chalkboard. GAF can you fix me?
PhoenixDark
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Dunno. Some people like it with no similar musical comparisons, others like myself like his voice the same way I like Suga Free or Andre 3000.
He treats his voice like an instrument. When you view it like that perhaps it'll help? Rap wise he reminds me of Nas or Rakim in terms of giving off a jazz musician vibe and using his voice like a sax or trumpet. I really like how the emotion or character of a song (or verse) changes solely due to what voice he's using. From the enticing, seductive Lucy and Uncle Sam voices on the album to him breaking down on u.
Mango Positive
Member
And so another year goes by and I populate my Google Play Music playlist with the top 20 albums of the year. I'll listen to every single one of them. Then I'll (probably) never listen to them again. That's how it's gone the last 2 years anyway. The aging rocker looks at the day's youth, shakes his fist, and with a mighty roar, proclaims "GET OFF MY LAWN!!!"
torre_avenue
Banned
The AOTY list is up. Full of stupid rankings (Neon Indian deserves higher!), but here are the top 10.
10. Kamasi Washington - The Epic
9. Courtney Barnett - Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit
8. Miguel - Wildheart
7. D'Angelo & The Vanguard - Black Messiah
6. Sufjan Stevens - Carrie and Lowell
5. Tame Impala - Currents
4. Vince Staples - Summertime '06
3. Grimes - Art Angels
2. Jamie xx - In Colour
1. Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp a Butterfly
Nothing wrong with not liking him. I'm like you in that Kendrick's music is pretty unappealing to me sonically (especially TPAB). Clearly skilled at what he does and I respect the effort he puts into his records, but I can't stand him on the mic.
Nah, it's a great song and was a hit long before the video came out.
Miguel, Tame Impala, Staples, Kemdrock and D'Angelo. Thats a good top 10
So much good stuff out there man. The variety is awe inspiring.
torre_avenue
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My issues with the list are mainly in regards to the 30s section.
Neon Indian got below Compton, Rae Sremmurd, Kelela's EP (which I liked, but wasn't as great as the songs on VEGA). I liked VEGA INTL. a lot lot more than the three mentioned, especially since Compton and Sremmlife don't really compare to the highlight moments on VEGA.
Other than that, it isn't that bad of a list. I'll change my wording of the link.
Neon Indian got below Compton, Rae Sremmurd, Kelela's EP (which I liked, but wasn't as great as the songs on VEGA). I liked VEGA INTL. a lot lot more than the three mentioned, especially since Compton and Sremmlife don't really compare to the highlight moments on VEGA.
Other than that, it isn't that bad of a list. I'll change my wording of the link.
Shmuppers
Member
I've listened to "Alright" about 5 times, first Kendrick Lamar song I've ever heard. I'm going to check out all the other stuff in the thread too. Glad I clicked on it.
WaffleTaco
Wants to outlaw technological innovation.
Oh man you are in for a treat. Alright is decent...nothing great, but decent...in fact I would call Alright pretty alright.
Edit: I think Drake's album IYRTITL, is terrible except for the first three songs...I'm going to give it another shot.
The Maverick
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I have 7/10 of the top 10 on my phone. With Pimp a Butterfly as my album of the year.
50 Best Albums of the Year
Top 10
1. Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp a Butterfly
2. Jamie xx - In Colour
3. Grimes - Art Angels
4. Vince Staples - Summertime '06
5. Tame Impala - Currents
6. Sufjan Stevens - Carrie & Lowell
7. D'Angelo / The Vanguard - Black Messiah
8. Miguel - Wildheart
9. Courtney Barnett - Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit
10. Kamasi Washington - The Epic
butzopower
proud of his butz
In Colour is my #1. Saw Jamie twice this year and both times he completely killed it. Need to give TPAB another listen.
Diprosalic
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doubt it. i remember there being a nicki minaj diss track on the list last year, i don't you can even buy it.
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